INTRODUCTION

Maldives is famous for its incredible surfing atmosphere with warm water and perfect waves that make this place the right spot for your lifetime surf trip destination. The surf camp is situated on Himmafushi Island, only 17 km away from the capital Male. Just 10 minutes walking from on of the best surf spot of North Male Atolls, better known as Jail breaks!

Many of our clients combine their surf trip vacation with snorkeling, diving, fishing and local visit tours, taking advantage of our surf packages!

The less expensive option to surf the best breaks in North Male Atolls with: New-designed double rooms with air conditioning and ensuite bathroom, Dhoni boat transfer to the best peaks twice a day, expert Surf Guides, excellent Food and two swimming pools in front of a lush garden and the sitting and BBQ area, just perfect to chill after every surf session!

2 surf transfers everyday to the best local breaks in the area of Himmafushi!!!

Our professional surf guides and photographers will make sure you catch the best waves and have professional pictures to bring back at home. All famous breaks in the North Male Atoll area within close reach with our Dhoni boat and Jails is even just a short walk and quick paddle away!

THE ACTIVITIES

Maldives has some of the best waves in the world. Its waves roll perfectly over live shallow reefs and are not considered super powerful as swell normally doesn’t reach higher than 2 or 2.5 meters.cSurf in Maldives is famous for its warm water temperatures all year round, perfect barrels and long funny waves with amazing surrounding scenarios. No doubt the Maldives are the ideal surf trip for intermediate and advanced surfers.

The best surf breaks are on the outer reefs on the southeast side of the atolls and most of the spots are very close to each other, so finding good surf is easy. We will do our best to organise the best surf sessions according to swell conditions, tide and weather to give you the best quality of your surf time in Himmasushi!

For all the other breaks we will bring you directly to the line up with our Dhoni boat! Our surf packages includes 2 daily surf trips per day including the assistance of expert surf guides who will help you to choose the best spot of the day between:

JAILS

Also called Jailbreaks is the famous right-hander break right in front of Himmafushi Island. The spot is only 10 minutes walking from your accommodation.

CHICKENS

Left hander – 40” by Dhoni boat A long perfect left! When it’s big, the inside section is heavy barrel that is make or break.

COKES

Righ hander – 40” by Dhoni boat A shallow and powerful right which works with S-S/SW groundswell. Here you can have the biggest barrells in Maldives.. only for experienced surfers!

NINJAS

Right hander – 25” by Dhoni boat Perfect for intermediate surfers, this wave is very good also for long boarders. Very know to be the most friendly wave in North Male Atoll.

SULTANS

Right hander – 10” by Dhoni boat One of the more consistent and fun wave of Nort Male Atoll, very mellow with some barrel sections.

HONKEY'S

Left hander – 10” by Dhoni boat You cannot miss this wave on good day conditions! One of the best left waves of Maldives breaking close to Sultans.

LOCATION & GETTING HERE

Location

MALDIVES, NORTH ATOLL

Sitting in the Indian Ocean the Maldives are a group of coral islands straddling the equator southwest of India and west of Sri Lanka. There are about 1,200 islands and roughly 200 of those are inhabited. These low lying islands, isolated reefs and sand spits make up part of a larger formation of 26 atolls that formed around the edges of sunken volcanic peaks.

The average size of the islands is only one to two kilometers in area and most are flat with white sandy beaches, crystal clear reefs and deep blue lagoons. They sit just 1.5 meters above sea level, and with the highest point being only 2.4 meters above sea level, the Maldives are considered the flattest country in the world.

There are many places around the globe that surfers would define as paradise and the Maldives is definitely at he top of the list. As a destination for surfing perfect waves over a crystal clear reef in a tropical setting it doesn’t get much better than this.

When Tony Hussein first came upon these islands in 1973 he was thinking the same thing yet the word didn’t get out for another 15 years about how good the Maldives really were. Eventually his discovery made its way through the surfing community and the Maldives were no longer just a destination for diving.

These idyllic tropical islands slowly began seeing a steady influx of surfers and they haven’t stopped coming since. While breaks in the northern atolls have gained most of the attention thanks to several resorts and charter boats that offer easier access, the central and southern atolls are where new discoveries are being made. The best way to reach these more distant locales is by charter boat, and while it might take just a bit longer to get there, you and your mates will likely be the only people in the water !!

Himmafushi Island

Himmafushi, Located 17 km north of the capital Male the transfer by ferry takes around 45 min is a typical fishing island with about 750 inhabitants, sandy roads and palm trees. You can walk around the island in approx. 40min and watch the locals going after their daily routine.

Rather than staying in isolated and sterile resorts you can find pure nature and interact with local families and experience the fascinating culture of the Maldives and the warm hospitality of the Maldivians. The Maldives as they truly are.

This rare opportunity to discover the real Maldives and local life while surfing world class waves is one of a kind. And finally this is what surfing is about. Not only surfing empty brakes and enjoying warm waters but also learning about new cultures and people.

Climate

The Maldives have a warm year round tropical climate and is influenced by two monsoons courtesy of the Indian subcontinent to the north. The temperatures range from 25°C (77°F) to 33°C (90°F) throughout the year and there is an abundance of sunshine in this tropical paradise. The water temperature remains at about 26°C (80°F) all year round.

Getting Here

FLAYING TO MALE

From Europe:

Direct flights form Frankfurt (Condor) and Paris (Air France)

From Asia:

Kuala-Lumpur (Air Asia), Hong Kong (Cathay Pacific),

Bangalore, Dheli (Air India)

Bangkok (Maldivian)

Doha (Quatar Airways)

Singapore (Singapore Airlines and Silk Air)

Seasonal direct flights:

Zurich (Edelweiss Air)

Frankfurt (Lufthansa)

London Heathrow (Srilankan Airlines)

TRANSFERS

If you order a transfer the staff will come to pick-you up directly at North Male Airport. Pick transfer method:

DHONI (sailboat with a motor) – AIRPORT 120 USD. At any time according to flight times – Price is TOTAL PER TRIP for all persons in combined transfer.

SPEED BOAT Airport/ Male $250 USD. At any time according to flight times – Price is TOTAL PER TRIP for all persons in combined transfer.

LOCAL FERRY – MALE: Transfers with local ferry takes about 50min from/ to Male and costs 2 USD per person per trip. Ferry schedule: Male-Himmafushi 15:00, Himmafushi-Male 8:00 – every day (except Friday).

CLIENTS REVIEWS

SurfEatSleep

"I had a lifetime experience in Himmafushi. Very professional staff, incredible food and the best waves. Thank you to the Nomad Surfers online staff for their good advice!"

- Yon Góñez Gaztañaga

21:5405/16/2016

they save our holiday twice : )

"We were 13 persons coming to Maldives for a boat trip. We needed a place where to stay for the first night because we messed up with the date of flights and boats. The guys from the lodge were really kind with us. They were perfectly on time in coming to pick us up at the airport, they walked us to the spot (Jail's) for our first surf session in the Maldives and explained to us all the things you need to know. The chef was really good and the tuna we had for dinner was delicious. The best happened the day after. In leaving the island to reach the boat, we forgot a surfboards bag at the harbour. They found out it and brought it to our boat (luckily we were still close to Jail's Island). If this wasn't enough that evening they rescued our mate who was forgotten by our boat's crew at Honkey's. Perfect organisation, friendly team, good rooms, great food and then more! Thanks guys you were amazing!"

- Giullia

03:3605/02/2016

Return Surf Trip!

"What is now shaping up to be an annual trip we once again stayed on Himmafushi and enjoyed the hospitality of the 'Just Surf' crew. This is a working island, so no booze and not resort level amenities, but still an excellent standard for most. Food was tasty, rooms clean and the crew as friendly as ever! The surf in April is usually on the small size, but best month for low winds in my experience, so a solid 11 days of chest/head high fun. Down side is its getting more crowded by the year, usually early/ late season is comparatively quiet, but we saw more and more surfari boats and crowds this year and with small waves and inconsistent sets, this can make for a frustrating time!Still if you can handle the crowd and love glassy picture perfect waves, make this a stop! Thanks to top Brazillian photo, Robin Baskerville for the amazing pictures and Katchu for supplying the Maldivian mischief."

- Brent

14:5110/16/2015

Like a boat trip... but better!

"Super nice place to stay in the Maldives for a surf trip ! The only thing you have to think about is surfing (and there, you surf A LOT). All the rest is done for you, which is very relaxing and allows you to totally disconnect from your daily routine ! The host was super funny and well organized. He had a little crew of 5 local people to help him taking care of us: everything was always super clean in the Villa, the dishes were just excellent (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and the captain of the dhoni (surf transfer boat) was very helpful (keeps your water cold, takes care of your surfboard, proposes you fresh coconut when you get out and always has a little pharmacy in case of).
It was very nice to have a land base in between the surfs: you have space to chill out and can taste the real Maldivian lifestyle on the island
Of course, the landscapes and waves were also amazing.
I could not have dream a better surf trip ! THANKS"

- Nicolas

17:2209/21/2015

September 2015 visit

"Good place in general, nice rooms, good food, lots and lots of surf and GREAT hosting by Mark! If you are looking for a more local maldivian experience, opposed to luxury resorts, focused on eat sleep surf then this is the place. We will be back!"